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Food and WineAndrew Zimmern’s Kitchen AdventuresOn my first visit to Malaysia, I found myself in Penang sitting in a small Thai café near New Lane, and I ordered something called Bangkok Chicken. I almost ate the plate, and when I was done, I began interrogating the chef about the dish and came up blank. Language barriers were one issue. The fact that I was a foot taller and twice this guy’s weight didn’t help, either. So I returned the next day with my crew, ordered the dish again, and this time positioned myself at his elbow while he made this dish.Now, in most of Asia, when someone is stir-frying, they have a dozen or so sambals and sauces already cooked, seasoning purees of all kinds already pounded in a mortar and so on, so it took me ordering this dish several times that day to figure it out, but it was worth it. This recipe serves four to six people as an entrée and can also be made with any protein imaginable. I have done this dish with halved lobsters, pork chops, quail, shrimp, even lamb chops, to much applause from the assembled hordes.The funniest part about this recipe is the joy it brings to people who notice that Simply Heinz ketchup is part of the recipe. I love to use Heinz’s corn syrup-free ketchup as an ingredient in cooking; the stuff is awesome and very traditional in many parts of southern Asia, where tomato-vinegar-sugar sauces have been used for centuries. The heat-sweet factor here is phenomenal, and I think this recipe is the one my friends clamor for the loudest when we plan dinner parties. Serve it with plenty of Asian short-grain or Thai sticky rice, a tart salad (anything from arugula with lemon and oil to spicy green papaya works superbly) and some steamed green vegetables.—Andrew Zimmern Stellar Thai RecipesFood52I started cooking at a young age when my family's nanny left. Helping with dinner became my chore, but I really took to it and made dinner almost every night, even though my parents would have happily gotten us takeout instead. It has always been important to me to make time to have a nice dinner cooked at home, and the food I like to make best is really just simple, healthy week night meals. I've been making a version of these enchiladas since I first started cooking, at first following a super basic recipe verbatim and as time has gone on, improvising with the ingredients I'm into at the moment. They are my go to weeknight recipe. These can be made a few days ahead of time and the leftovers hold up well in the fridge, so they're nice to have around when you don't get home from work until late. I've also found that enchiladas are a good medium for getting picky eaters to try new things (you can hide stuff inside them), which is something I'd also like to be remembered for!Food.comSweet potato noodles are our new favourite thing, and this delicious new recipe is such a tasty and nourishing meal. This coconut curry is mild, healthy and makes a great lunch or dinner. If you’re stuck for time and need to make something quick – it can be ready in under 30 minutes!Food.comAnother recipe I stumbled across & fell in love with on a search for something else. My recipe source is "The New Enchanted Broccoli Forest" by Mollie Katzen. Recipes w/10 min prep times always get my attention (esp ones w/flavor combos like this one!) & the serving method sounded like so much fun to do w/your family or at a dinner party w/friends. :-)Food.comThis recipe was obtained from shrimp.com. My son wanted *something different* for new years eve dinner, and I yelled downstairs to him to find something with shrimp, as I had a bunch of shrimp leftover in the freezer from Christmas. The aroma of all that garlic while cooking made our mouths water! Very tasty meal and not a complicated recipe. Our guests raved about it. We doubled the recipe and served 4, however the portions were very generous, I'm sure I could have served 6 on the doubled recipe.YummlyThis potatoes au gratin recipe is a savory staple to have in your side dish repertoire. Made with sliced potatoes in a creamy sauce, these au gratin potatoes are then covered with a generous layer of Manchego cheese and baked until melted and golden on top. Savory, creamy, and cheesy, these potatoes pair wonderfully with steak or pork, roasted vegetables, or a big green salad. This dish is incredibly versatile and goes well with just about anything. It's the ultimate comfort food — a true crowd pleaser. This recipe makes a perfect side dish for weeknight dinners or to serve on a special occasion, such as with a roast for your Christmas feast or with ham for Easter dinner! The best part? This tasty potato recipe has a much shorter cook time than many traditional gratin potatoes recipes due to an untraditional tool — the microwave! This elegant yet easy recipe can be on the table in less than an hour. With just 15 minutes of active prep time, it can even be assembled in advance and cooked later. All you have to do is prepare the recipe as directed, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap, store in the refrigerator, and cook fully before serving. ## What Is The Au Gratin Cooking Method? While "au gratin" sounds fancy, it's actually not complicated at all. In fact, “to gratinée" means simply to give a dish a golden-brown top. Since many au gratin dishes call for lots of cheese, some people think that the term is French for “with cheese.” However, you don't necessarily need to use cheese. Whether made with cheese, breadcrumbs, or both, browning happens during the cooking process and can be accelerated by passing the dish under a broiler. ## Potatoes Au Gratin Vs. Scalloped Potatoes You may be wondering about the difference between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes. They’re very similar, and in fact, many people use the names interchangeably. You may see variations in recipes: some use onions, while others use shallots; some use Gruyere cheese, and others use cheddar cheese. Don't get hung up on the name, and choose a recipe that sounds good to you! The results are basically the same: sliced potatoes cradled in a creamy sauce. ## Variations Have fun with this recipe! Make it your own with some of these delicious options: _Use different cheeses._ If you prefer a sharper flavor, try a sharp cheddar cheese or gruyere cheese. You can even sprinkle in parmesan cheese or try provolone for a milder flavor. There's no rule on just how cheesy your potatoes can be! _Use a variety of potatoes._ This dish calls for russet potatoes, which are mealy potatoes with a high starch content that are excellent for baking. For something different, try red potatoes — waxy potatoes with a low starch content that hold their shape well during cooking. You could also try a Yukon gold potato, which has properties of both waxy and mealy potatoes. _Add vegetables._ Boost the nutrition of this dish — and add a new dimension of flavor — by adding onions, turnips, or carrots. Roast the vegetables ahead of time, then layer in with the potatoes. You can also add fresh herbs such as parsley, oregano, or basil. _Add meat._ Diced ham, ground beef, or sliced bacon would all be great additions to this dish. Fully cook the meat ahead of time, then add into the potatoes and prepare as the recipe directs. _Thicken the sauce._ If you'd prefer a thicker cream sauce, add 2-3 Tbsp. of all-purpose flour to the whipping cream. _Substitute heavy cream._ Another way to slightly thicken the sauce is to swap heavy cream for whipping cream. They're very similar, but whipping cream is slightly lighter — it has about 6% less fat than heavy cream. _Top with breadcrumbs._ if you want to add extra texture to this dish, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top of the potatoes and cheese before cooking. You don't need much, just a light layer will work. Never make potatoes au gratin from the box again now that you have this recipe!Taste of HomeThis is my favorite kind of recipe...something that tastes so good, yet requires a minimum of preparation. This simple dish is just right, now that my husband and I are empty nesters, yet it's elegant enough to serve for company dinner. -Theresa Stewart, New Oxford, PennsylvaniaFood.comI'm shocked at how many people say they hate Brussels Sprouts and then devour these and ask for the recipe. These are simple to make and reheat well by just warming them in a skillet. Perfect for a holiday dinner when you want something new and different!Food.comSavory muffins to serve with soups, a big salad or on their own for healthy snacking. This recipe was in Pam Anderson's CookSmart column in the USA Weekend paper, Feb 20, 2009. If you want something delectable and nourishing and don't mind messing up four or more different bowls, this recipe is a lucious hit every time. I replace the sugar with agave or leave it out sometimes. These freeze fine, if well-packaged, to add quick pizzazz to a dinner for many or just take one out to reheat solo. I believe this is from her newest (fifth) cookbook called "The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great". Thank you, Pam!
